People who think they have no belief quite often say they…
“People who think they have no belief quite often say they want to pray but they do not know who or what they could be praying to. Aquinas would not say to such people, 'Ah, but you see, if you became a believer, a Christian, we would change all that. You would come to understand to whom you are praying.' Not at all. He would say to such people, 'If you became a Christian you would stop being surprised or ashamed of your condition. You would be happy with it. For faith would assure you that you could not know what God is until he reveals himself to us openly.'”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Faith does not require prior knowledge; it offers a framework to understand the unknown.
In simple terms: Faith helps accept mystery.
Key Takeaway
Embrace faith to find meaning.
Themes
faith
belief
uncertainty
spirituality
knowledge
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- prayer
- spiritual counseling
- religious education
- personal crisis
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
theology
existentialism
trust
Questions to Reflect On
- How does faith change your view of the unknown?
- What role does mystery play in belief?
A Different Perspective
Faith may not resolve all doubts; it can create new questions.